Can pouring a bucket of water on AC compressor cut your electricity bills?As heatwaves grip Indian cities, a simple hack of pouring water on AC outdoor units can offer temporary efficiency boosts. This method cool...
15 Jun, 2026, 01.02 PM IST
View: For 39 days, 104 matches, there will be joy on EarthThe FIFA World Cup is a global spectacle that transcends borders and even current global challenges. Despite predicted issues and high cost...
11 Jun, 2026, 01.06 AM IST
From Trump to Messi, Iran to ICE, politics and sport collide at the biggest World Cup in historyThe biggest World Cup ever, begins with 48 teams and 104 matches across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. This tournament faces soarin...
09 Jun, 2026, 03.04 PM IST
Heat, humidity of India's monsoon could extend summer heat stress as climate warms: Recent StudyIndia faces a growing threat of extreme heat stress. A recent study reveals that with a 2-degree Celsius global warming, the monsoon season...
08 Jun, 2026, 01.55 PM IST
Indian retail auto sales rise 9.6% in May; dealers see monsoon-driven demand aheadIndian auto retail sales grew 9.6 percent in May, overcoming heat and fuel price concerns. Passenger vehicles led the surge, with rural mar...
08 Jun, 2026, 10.06 AM IST
FIFA World Cup 2026: Extreme heat and high humidity expected across several venues in North America; poses risk to players and spectatorsThe 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America is set to face extreme heat. Several host cities, especially in the southern United States, will l...
06 Jun, 2026, 03.17 PM IST
In 1984, peat cutters in England saw a foot in the dark bog, and an Iron Age mystery surfacedIn a serendipitous turn of events, a Cheshire peat bog unveiled Lindow Man, a remarkably preserved Iron Age figure. The bog’s unique enviro...
04 Jun, 2026, 05.26 PM IST
Ministry acts on Gopichand-led Task Force's suggestions; set to form NCAB for coachesIndia is set to create a National Coach Accreditation Board. This body will standardize coaching quality across the nation. Sports science ...
04 Jun, 2026, 03.19 PM IST
Heat waves demand more than just water for proper hydration; electrolytes intake necessary: ExpertsHealth experts warn that during heat waves, water alone is not enough for hydration. Excessive sweating depletes essential electrolytes lik...
03 Jun, 2026, 02.52 PM IST
Megacity heatwaves are now a fatal nightmareCities are becoming dangerous places at night due to rising temperatures. Lack of cool nights strains the body, increasing risks of serious...
03 Jun, 2026, 08.44 AM IST
Extreme heat tests India's record milk productionIndia's booming dairy sector, a global leader, faces a significant threat from escalating heatwaves. Farmers like Neeraj Bharadwaj are witn...
02 Jun, 2026, 04.22 PM IST
NGT seeks response from Centre, states regarding heatwave conditions across countryThe National Green Tribunal has sought responses from the Centre and several states regarding extreme heat conditions across India. Citing ...
29 May, 2026, 04.32 PM IST
More climate records under threat as spring heatwave bakes western EuropeScientists say human-driven climate change is amplifying such extremes, with weather events like heatwaves, droughts and floods becoming mo...
27 May, 2026, 01.04 AM IST
Delhi Traffic Police deploy AC helmets, cooling gadgets amid searing heatwaveDelhi Traffic Police is piloting cooling devices for personnel facing extreme heat. Special AC helmets, portable fans, and hydration suppor...
25 May, 2026, 04.10 PM IST
Not AC, not cold drinks: When temperatures cross 45°C in Rajasthan, people in desert areas rely on this centuries-old dish to stay naturally coolRajasthani Rabdi Recipe: Rajasthan’s desert communities are once again turning to traditional Rabdi to cope with the extreme summer heat. T...
25 May, 2026, 11.13 AM IST
Delivery platforms deploy cooling cover as orders heat upPeople confined to indoors are increasingly turning to online platforms for purchases spanning daily essentials to cooling products and con...
23 May, 2026, 06.00 AM IST
Heatwave advisory: AYUSH ministry shares what to drink, what to eat and what to avoid right nowIndia’s Ministry of AYUSH and the Director General of Health Services (DGHS) have issued a public health advisory amid ongoing heatwave con...
22 May, 2026, 11.48 AM IST